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The History of Advertising in Times Square

A free all-day public exhibit presented by the Times Square Advertising Coalition
Monday, September 21, 2009, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm - Times Square, Broadway between 47th and 48th Streets, located in the big tent.

Come experience a celebration of creative in the capital of the media world featuring:

• A photo exhibit of the great sign spectaculars of Times Square past
• A video montage of some of the most memorable signs in Times Square's history
• Walking tours of the signs of Times Square conducted by Times Squares own Don Blanton, the voice of New Years Eve on the radio and the creative force behind some of Times Square's most famous signs
• Want to be be up in lights on Broadway? Visit the Times Square Photo Booth and have your picture on one of Times Square's most spectacular displays, presented by LocaModa
• Ever wonder how those giant video screens work? D3 LED will have a working display and be on hand to explain the technology
• Learn about the CrossRoads Awards - the inaugural celebration recognizing the creativity of Times Square, coming September 2010
• Come have your picture taken with some of the most popular brand mascots in the world